Scott Bessent nominated for U.S. Treasury Secretary could become first LGBTQ+ cabinet member

Scott Bessent is expected to be nominated by President-elect Donald Trump as the U.S. Treasury Secretary. If confirmed, he would be the first openly LGBTQ+ cabinet member approved by the Senate. Bessent lives in Charleston, North Carolina, with his husband, John Freeman, and their two sons. Freeman is a former New York City prosecutor and has openly discussed his decision to not hide his sexuality in pursuing a military career. Bessent has a long history with the Trump family, though he has not been a traditional Republican supporter. He has homes in multiple locations, including North Carolina and the Bahamas, and is involved in various preservation and charitable efforts.